August Heat<\/a><\/p>\nAugust Heat<\/strong><\/p>\nBen could get but a glimpse of the rider in front of him as she traversed hill and dale on this hot August afternoon. Hoping to regain her strength after her injuries, Sally had been riding every day since they had returned from their brief honeymoon in Carson City. Today she felt strong and rode with abandon back to the spot by Tahoe where they had detoured on their way home two weeks ago to stop and take in the beautiful scenery. Newlywed passions had quickly taken hold. With the memories of that day spurring them on, Sally and Ben sped toward the lake.<\/span><\/p>\nBuck was reined to a halt in the thicket beside Sally\u2019s horse, Capper. Ben grabbed the saddlebags of food and a blanket. He took off at a jog to find his wife, his desire for her growing with each stride. By the time he saw her, Sally had already removed her boots and shirtwaist and was standing at the water\u2019s edge in her chemise and riding skirt. She was dipping her hands into the cool water and rubbing her neck and arms to get some relief from the heat. Ben dropped the saddlebags and threw out the blanket in a haphazard fashion. He tossed his hat and shucked his gun belt before heading toward the lake. Sally turned around at the sound of his footsteps.<\/span><\/p>\nBen scooped her up in his arms and buried his face in the damp crevice of her bosom. He carried Sally back into the shade and set her down by the blanket. There was a frenzy of motion and playful laughter as garments fell or were flung to the side. Ben took her face in his hands and engulfed her lips with his mouth while Sally\u2019s fingers roamed through the salt and pepper hair on his chest. He urged her to the blanket where they could allow their passions to freely overtake their already heated bodies. Though she had found Ben to be a patient and gentle lover, Sally took particular joy today in his excitement and willingly mounted him. Her fluid, natural movements soon brought his primal release. Ben groaned, his barrel chest heaving, as his body attempted to eke out every last bit of satisfaction.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nSally\u2019s eyes sparkled with pleasure and gratitude for her lover as she watched him begin to relax. For the past few years she had survived by her wits and talent for horses. Ben had seen through her necessary rough facade and into her heart and was nurturing the woman she had always wanted and hoped to be.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\u201cDid you enjoy that, Mr. Cartwright?\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n\u201cI did, indeed, Mrs. Cartwright\u201d, Ben panted, \u201cI\u2019m just not sure — that ENJOY — quite covers it!\u201d<\/span><\/p>\nSally laughed and squeezed their clasped hands. Leaning down, she kissed her husband soundly and spoke just inches above his face. \u201cLet\u2019s get into the water. I\u2019m so warm. Come with me?\u201d Sally ran her tongue sensuously around her lips.<\/span><\/p>\nBen took a deep breath and chortled. \u201cYou do make it very tempting — but I\u2019m too hot and that water is too cold!\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n\u201cAll right, then.\u201d She pushed herself up to her feet. \u201cI\u2019ll go have all the fun for the both of us!\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n\u201cYou do that!\u201d Ben propped himself up on his elbow to watch as she walked down toward the water. \u201cI\u2019ll stay here and take in the view!\u201d<\/span><\/p>\nSally gave a quick sashay of her hips in response. Ben could not help but smile wondering how he could be so lucky to have her for his wife. She had breathed new life into his aging body. Sally was lithe and agile like Marie, and he was thrilled with her energetic and enthusiastic lovemaking. He laughed and then chided himself, \u201cYou\u2019ll keep up, Cartwright, or die trying!\u201d<\/span><\/p>\nBen chuckled at her little shrieks when the cold water assaulted her overheated body. He almost choked when she submerged herself only to explode up through the surface of the water. With in moments, Sally had returned and stood at the edge of the blanket, rivulets of water still running down her body. Ben\u2019s breath caught in his chest as he took in her glistening form with all her God-given attributes on full display against the majestic backdrop of sun-drenched Lake Tahoe.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nHe could feel the heat rising within him as his heart rate quickened. \u201cWoman! What you do to me!\u201d<\/span><\/p>\nSally pulled her dark braid around from her back. \u201cMaybe you just need to cool off a bit.\u201d She gave him an impish smirk and wrung cool water over his feet.<\/span><\/p>\nBen jerked his legs away. \u201cHey! Quit that!\u201d His mouth became a devilish grin. \u201cYou come here! I\u2019m not done with you yet!\u201d<\/span><\/p>\nHer breasts, taut from the chill of the water, tingled with anticipation at his invitation. \u201cPromise?\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\u201cOh yes! I promise!\u201d<\/span><\/p>\nBen reached out for her hand and pulled her back down onto the blanket. Leaning over her, he smoothed back the damp ringlets around her face. He lightly kissed her closed eyes, nose, and cheeks and then began to place warm, moist kisses on her neck and shoulders. His tongue and gentle fingers floated about to tease and tantalize while he explored her yearning body. He took his time to slowly build her excitement until Sally\u2019s moans and shudders came at an accelerated pace. Ben then paused to watch with delight as her back arched and she cried out, her body convulsing in ecstasy.<\/span><\/p>\nAs her breathing slowed, Ben stroked her cheek.\u201dYou are beautiful, Sarah — so very beautiful!\u201d<\/span><\/p>\nHe placed a gentle kiss on her lips. When he lifted his head, he saw tears building in her bright blue eyes. Sally choked back a sob as she gazed up into his dark eyes that were full of love and concern.<\/span><\/p>\n\u201cSarah?\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n\u201cIt\u2019s — it\u2019s just —\u00a0 I\u2019ve not been this happy — content — since I was a little girl.\u201d She ran her finger over his lips and pulled his head down to firmly press her lips to his. \u201cI love you so much, Ben!\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n\u00a0Ben nuzzled her neck and placed a kiss just below her ear. \u201cSarah Beth Cartwright, you are my joy!\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n
Tags: \u00a0<\/strong>Ben Cartwright, Fourth Wife<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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Summary: Ben and Sally escape the summer heat with a brief respite at Lake Tahoe. <\/p>\n
Rating: MA WC: 1029<\/p>\n
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